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5. Geometry of connecting freeways
Because of their capacity to carry large volumes of traffic, the speed of travel they allow and their high level of safety, intercity freeways play a key role in regional planning.
They are subject to a very strict code of practice, covering both their geometric characteristics and all the facilities required to provide a good service to users.
This codification is defined in the ICTAAL, mentioned above, the latest edition of which was published in December 2000. .
This new edition marks a number of significant changes compared to the 1971 and 1985 editions that preceded it. The main changes are described in the following...
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Geometry of connecting freeways
Geometry of interurban roads other than freeways
Bibliography
Websites
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CERTU – Center for studies on networks, transport, urban planning and construction
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ENTPE – École nationale des Travaux Publics de l'État
Regulations
Law no. 96-1236 of December 30, 1996 on air and the rational use of energy.
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Decree no. 2010-1390 November 2010. Various road safety measures amending the following articles :
article R 110-2 ;
article R 431-9 ;
article R 414-4.
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